We’ve reached the 2026 inflection point predicted by industry research, where AI is no longer just a speculative threat but a rapidly accelerating reality that’s fundamentally shifting how we produce and consume music. While these tools offer incredible efficiency, we have to decide if we’re going to let them replace the human stories and "happy accidents" that give our favorite records their soul, or if we'll find a way to stay informed without losing our creative judgment.
I truly am interested in how you perceive AI in the industry. Watch this video and tell me your thoughts.
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